1987 Holden Drover vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Drover | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |